With a newly authorized COVID-19 vaccine being distributed in hospitals and nursing homes and a second vaccine on the horizon, the United States has entered a hopeful new phase in the coronavirus pandemic.But that hope is being tempered by the severity of the pandemic in the country, which reported new single-day highs in COVID-19 cases (247,403), hospitalizations (113,090), and deaths (3,656) yesterday, according to data from Johns Hopkins and the COVID Tracking Project.Though the virus has been spreading throughout the country and cases have been rising exponentially for months, the spike in new cases in recent weeks may be linked to travel and gatherings over the Thanksgiving holiday.

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News 6 takes a look back at some of our favorite Getting Results Award moments

ORLANDO, Fla. – This year may be a year we’d like to forget but there were plenty of moments in 2020 worth remembering.They’re the stories of your neighbors making a difference in our community and we brought them to your screen every week in our News 6 Getting Results Award segment.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]So as we end the year let’s take a look back at some of our favorites.If you know someone who you would like to recognize, you can nominate them here.Every winner receives a personalized plaque and $100 to commemorate their efforts.Simply fill out the form and you may see them featured in the coming

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Idaho boy, 12, falls critically ill from COVID-19 complication

MONTPELIER, Idaho (AP) - Kale Wuthrich watched doctors surround his son in the emergency room, giving him fluids though IV tubes, running a battery of tests and trying to stabilize him. He was enveloped by the confusion and fear that had been building since his 12-year-old suddenly fell ill weeks after a mild bout with the coronavirus."He was very close at that point to not making it, and basically they told me to sit in the corner and pray," Wuthrich said.

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Peel Region hospitals in need of additional doctors for ‘temporary pandemic support’

pandemic support.”Trillium Health Partners has three hospitals in its network.A news release issued on Tuesday says they are looking for general internists to support the network’s “temporary pandemic needs across our sites.”[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Credit Valley Hospital, Mississauga Hospital and Queensway Health Centre serve more than a million residents in Peel Region and Toronto’s west end.There are currently six COVID-19 outbreaks at Trillium Health sites: four at Credit Valley Hospital, one at Queensway Health Centre and another at the Reactivation Care Centre.Ontario reported 502 new cases of the novel coronavirus in Peel Region today.Peel has been in the grey lockdown level of

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Christmas church services will look different amidst pandemic

Christmas church services will look different for many Americans across the U.S. this year, as COVID-19 restrictions limit and alter gatherings. Services that are usually attended by hundreds will be capped down to prevent transmission of the virus, as well as following social distancing guidelines.

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Man fatally shot on Christmas Eve in Palm Bay

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – A man was shot and killed in Palm Bay on Christmas Eve, according to the police department.The Palm Bay Police Department said officers responded to the area of Forest Knoll Drive and Tree Ridge Lane after receiving reports of shots fired.This area is just west of State Road 507 and a half-mile south of Palm Bay Road.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]Police said officers found a man who had been shot multiple times and he was rushed to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.He was identified as Tyler McCoullough, 33.Officers said they are searching for a suspect but they have not

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Coronavirus: 70 new cases announced for Interior Health region

coronavirus update in the Interior Health region, local officials announced 70 new cases on Thursday afternoon.Interior Health officials said because of Christmas and Boxing Day, they will not be reporting any new data until Tuesday, Dec. 29, barring a new outbreak.In announcing the 70 new cases, the health agency also said 675 cases are active and isolating, and that 29 people are in hospital, including six in intensive care.

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Christmas comes early as first Moderna vaccines arrive in Canada

Moderna coronavirus vaccine in the country.One day after Health Canada authorized the new vaccine as safe for use in Canadians over the age of 18, the first precious doses of the vaccine began arriving on Canadian soil. Canada approves Moderna coronavirus vaccine, 1st doses to arrive in ‘coming days’ Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Procurement Minister Anita Anand shared photos on Twitter.The first doses of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine have arrived in Canada.

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Week 16 is one NFL fans truly can celebrate: 4 days of games

postseason implications.Plus, there's pro football on four straight days, starting with Minnesota's trip to New Orleans late on Christmas afternoon. The weekend concludes with the AFC East champion Bills — how sweet that must sound in Western New York — getting a chance to stomp on their tormentors, the Patriots on Monday night.“This week is what all of that’s about,” Seahawks coach Pete Carroll says.

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Shemar Moore reveals he is battling COVID-19 but assures fans he is 'will be okay'

Shemar Moore revealed he has tested positive for the novel coronavirus after a challengingyear, which included the devastating loss of his mother inFebruary.As the 50-year-oldS.W.A.T. star announced the news to his 3.7 million followers on Christmas Eve, he detailed some of his symptoms and urged others wear masks.After initially believing he had fallen ill from food poisoning, he received his COVID-19 diagnosis, which explains his 'chills and aches.' Battling COVID: Shemar Moore revealed he recently tested positive for the novel coronavirus after a challenging year, which included the devastating loss of his mother in February; seen in 2019'I HAVE COVID!!!! Just found out moments ago....

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Another jump in new COVID-19 cases in Ottawa but hospitalizations are down

OTTAWA -- Ottawa Public Health says 62 more people in Ottawa have tested positive for COVID-19, another jump compared to previous days.

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Coronavirus: CHSLD Laurent-Bergevin grappling with widespread COVID-19 outbreak

COVID-19 outbreak that has swept through the establishment.As of Dec. 23, more than 30 employees have tested positive along with 50 of the 73 residents and four have died, making it one of the most affected seniors’ homes in the province.One Île-Perrot woman, who asked to remain anonymous to protect her family’s privacy, is worried about her elderly family members living at CHSLD Laurent-Bergevin.“Its not a place right now where anybody would like to be,” she said.

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Ex-data analyst Rebekah Jones demands Florida police return computers after raid

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A former Florida Department of Health data analyst who says a raid on her home by state investigators was payback for speaking out about what she describes were efforts to falsify COVID-19 figures is demanding that they return seized computer equipment and cell phones.Rebekah Jones said in a court filing on Wednesday that what the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is accusing her of doing isn’t a crime, according to the Miami Herald.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]Jones hasn't been charged with a crime, but state investigators raided her house earlier this month, saying in a search

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Crowds pack Lower Mainland ski hills amid COVID-19 restrictions

COVID-19 and fresh snow, skiers and snowboarders have flocked to the Lower Mainland’s local mountains this week.Mount Seymour and Cypress Mountain have implemented mandatory pre-booking to help manage crowds and parking for the downhill areas, but the roads to the mountains were virtual parking lots on Tuesday and Wednesday. Ski industry braces for impact of B.C.

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Last-minute shoppers still looking for gifts in Central Florida

OVIEDO, Fla. – With online shipping deadlines in the rearview mirror, shoppers crowded into stores across Central Florida to buy last-minute gifts in time for Christmas.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]Hundreds of people began their Christmas Eve shopping at the Target on Red Bug Lake Road in Oviedo.“Yes, I am cutting it close, but this is almost like a tradition for me,” Kurt Shoup said.

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Coronavirus: Hamilton reports 153 new COVID-19 cases, new outbreak at home

COVID-19 cases on Thursday and has 1,139 active cases as of Dec. 24.The city reported one new outbreak on Thursday involving a single staff case at the Villa Italia retirement residence on Upper Paradise Road.Public health says there are 34 active outbreaks in Hamilton as of Dec.

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Seminole County prepared to vaccinate elderly residents at Oviedo Mall

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Seminole County’s Emergency Manager Alan Harris said the county was one of eight in the state selected for a pilot program that has workers distributing the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at the Oviedo Mall next week.Harris said he had been talking about this program for about six months and said he was very vocal with the state leaders and told them he’d like to be a part of the pilot program.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]He said he told Florida officials that the county was prepared and even submitted plans months ago to show what had been put in place to make this happen.Harris said the

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Saskatchewan reconciling under-reported coronavirus hospitalizations, 4 more deaths

COVID-19 have died, bringing Saskatchewan’s total up to 134.Three of the recently deceased were in the 80-plus age group, with one reported in the north west zone and two in Regina, according to a press release. The other was in their 70s and in north west.

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Manitoba reports 12 coronavirus deaths, 244 new cases on Christmas Eve

COVID-19 has killed another 12 Manitobans and another 244 people have been infected with the virus.The latest cases and deaths reported in a government release Thursday bring the province’s total number of cases to 23,624. Coronavirus: Manitoba expects 40K vaccinations in January, 15 deaths reported Wednesday Manitoba hasn’t gone a day without reporting at least one death from COVID-19 since Oct.

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Planning travel? Think again, feds urge in coronavirus ad blitz

coronavirus pandemic?Think again, a federal advertising campaign worth a total of $850,000 is urging Canadians.

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Buccaneers vs. Lions: How to watch, stream, listen

How can you listen to the game? 740 AMHow to stream the game? NFL Sunday TicketOPENING LINE - Buccaneers by 7 1/2RECORD VS. SPREAD - Buccaneers 7-7, Lions 5-8-1SERIES RECORD - Lions lead 31-28LAST MEETING - Buccaneers beat Lions 38-17 Dec.

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Florida reports 12,853 new COVID-19 cases, 122 deaths on Christmas Eve

ORLANDO, Fla. – Families across Florida are preparing to celebrate Christmas, but the winter holiday will look different this year due to widespread joblessness as well as social distancing and other COVID-19 precautions.For weeks now, local leaders have asked that residents keep their gatherings small, ideally with only members of their immediate household, and host celebrations outside where there’s less of a risk of transmission.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]Dr.

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Prime minister pleads with Canadians not to travel abroad, people do it anyway

coronavirus pandemic.“I’m not worried at all,” Oleg Bitka said as he and his family checked in for their flight to the resort town of Cancun, Mexico.Air Transat had one flight going to Cancun and one flight going to Puerto Vallarta Thursday morning. According to an agent, both were packed.

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President-elect Joe Biden, Dr. Jill Biden sing ‘Happy Birthday’ to Dr. Anthony Fauci

FILE - Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden appears oh stage with his wife Dr. Jill Biden after delivering his acceptance speech on the fourth night of the Democratic National Convention from the Chase Center on Aug.

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Kaitlyn Bristowe and Boyfriend Jason Tartick Test Positive for COVID-19

Kaitlyn Bristowe's holiday plans are looking a bit different from what she had planned.The former star announced via Instagram on Thursday that she and her boyfriend, Jason Tartick, have both tested positive for COVID-19.«Unfortunately, this is our Christmas card this year. We have Covid,» Bristowe, 35, wrote.

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Dark days: Experts fear the holidays will fuel the COVID-19 crisis

LOS ANGELES – Hard-hit California eclipsed 2 million coronavirus cases on Christmas Eve as the U.S. headed into a holiday season of travel and family gatherings that threaten to fuel the deadly crisis across the nation.Despite warnings from public health experts to stay home, over 1.19 million travelers passed through U.S.

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What now for British economy with UK-EU trade deal reached?

LONDON – The last-minute trade deal between the U.K. and the European Union means businesses will be spared new tariffs and border disruption at the start of the new year - an economic shock that would have compounded the employment and financial troubles inflicted by the pandemic.

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Coronavirus cases in California surpass 2 million

California became the first state in the nation on Thursday to surpass 2 million cases of the novel coronavirus, according to estimates from Johns Hopkins University. Estimates from the Johns Hopkins University Coronavirus Resource Center show the state has recorded 2,002,494 cases of COVID-19. Nearly 24,000 people in the state have died from the virus and the state has a 6.45% testing positivity rate, according to the estimates. The grim milestone comes as many hospitals in California are at or on the brink of capacity.

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Los Angeles EMT tests negative for coronavirus after providing CPR to man who died of COVID-19

A Los Angeles EMT on an LAX-bound flight tested negative for coronavirus after providing CPR to a man who had died of COVID-19, according to reports. EMT Tony Aldapa was on an LAX inbound flight when a 69-year-old passenger went into cardiac arrest.

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Alton Towers shuts and cancels all Christmas events over Covid spread fears

Alton Towers has closed its doors and cancelled all of its Christmas events for the rest of the year. The popular theme park shut on Wednesday, December 23, and all of the events that it was due to hold between Sunday, December 27 and January 3 have now been cancelled.

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NSHA reports potential exposure to COVID-19 at 10 locations in central zone

COVID-19 at 10 locations in the central zone.Health officials are directing anyone who worked at or visited the locations on the specific date and time to immediately visit the province’s COVID-19 self-assessment page or call 811 to book a COVID-19 test.This should be done regardless of whether an individual has coronavirus symptoms. Nova Scotia reports 7 new coronavirus cases, including 1 long-term care employee in Dartmouth [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“If you have symptoms of COVID-19 you are required to self-isolate while you wait for your test result.

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Middlesex-London reports 61 new coronavirus cases and 2 new deaths

coronavirus cases and two deaths Thursday.A new record of 88 cases was set the day before.The update brings the region’s total case count to 2,757, of which 2,147 people have recovered and 95 have died.The MLHU is reporting the two new deaths both involved women in their 80s and one was connected to a long-term care home.At least 1,109 of the region’s cases and 29 of its deaths have occurred just since Dec. 1, the result of a still-ongoing surge in cases that health officials worry will only accelerate with the holidays.

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Gemma Collins says dad is in 'best place right now' as he fights for his life with Covid

Gemma Collins says her beloved dad is in "the best place right now" as he fights for his life in hospital after catching coronavirus.

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Britney Spears’ 26-year-old boyfriend tested positive for COVID-19

Britney Spears ’ boyfriend of four years, Sam Asghari took to Instagram on Wednesday to reveal his recent COVID-19 diagnosis. The 26-year-old model and personal trainer credited his healthy lifestyle to battling the virus so easily.

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Christmas rush still on at Durham mall despite calls to stay home

As Brittany Rosen reports, for many businesses outside the grey zone, it’s their last chance to make some sales before the provincewide lockdown.

Orlando Magic give Christmas gifts to woman who lost 3 family members to COVID-19

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The Orlando Magic gave Christmas presents to a woman who lost three family members to the coronavirus.Valon Jackson lost her mom, aunt and uncle to COVID-19 this summerShe and her six children tested positive for the respiratory respiratory illness and she’s still dealing with shortness of breath.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]When team officials heard about Jackson’s situation, they decided to step up and lift her spirits for the holidays.“Overwhelming. I’m so grateful.

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Shemar Moore Reveals He's Tested Positive for COVID-19

Shemar Moore is the latest celebrity to test positive for the coronavirus.The 50-year-old actor revealed via Instagram late Wednesday that he «found out moments ago» that he has COVID-19.«I am gonna stay wrapping presents,» he shared. «Yes… I have been tested and told that I HAVE COVID!!! I thought I had food poisoning… chills and aches all day today… still can smell, taste, no cough, no runny nose.»«I have to accept test results… I feel fine now… but I have to be responsible!!!!» he continued.

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COVID-19 survivor reunites with Mississauga hospital staff who saved his life

Despite the risks, health-care staff have been working on the front lines in the fight against COVID-19. As Caryn Lieberman reports, one Toronto-area patient who fell ill with the virus says he owes them a debt of gratitude.

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Alberta reports estimated 1,100 cases of COVID-19 on Christmas Eve

COVID-19 on Thursday, in the first of a series of modified data updates the province will be posting over the holidays.An estimated 15,600 laboratory tests were done in the last 24 hours, and the province’s positivity rate was at seven per cent, according to a tweet from chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw.

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Nova Scotia reports 7 new coronavirus cases, including 1 long-term care employee in Dartmouth

COVID-19 on Friday and said 36 active cases remain in the province.According to the province, six of the cases are in the central zone and one is in the western zone. Two of the cases in the central zone and the one in the western zone involve close contacts of previously reported cases.

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Britney Spears' Boyfriend Sam Asghari Ends Quarantine After Testing Positive for COVID-19

Britney Spears' boyfriend, Sam Asghari, is opening up about his experience with the coronavirus.The 26-year-old fitness trainer took to Instagram on Wednesday, revealing that he has ended self-isolation after recently testing positive for COVID-19. He says he began his quarantine before exposing Spears or any other loved ones.«Living a healthy lifestyle has helped and shaped my life in many ways, and I am fortunate to have the opportunity to inspire some people using my social media platform,» Asghari explained.

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B.C. customer concerned vacation rental’s refund policy created pressure to travel

British Columbia imposes province-wide travel restrictions Maegan Scheiber said the cancellation policy at a vacation rental business in Revelstoke left her feeling pressured to travel despite travel restrictions.Scheiber said in early November she booked a Revelstoke vacation for a group of family and friends scheduled for mid-December.However, the province ramped up public health advice, telling people not to travel for non-essential reasons province-wide, and a community COVID-19 cluster was identified in Revelstoke.She decided the responsible thing to do was to cancel their vacation rental booking.“Because our cancellation was too late for their cancellation policy, they told us that we can have credit but we couldn’t have a refund,”

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New Brunswick is reporting two new cases of COVID-19 Thursday

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]New Brunswick has had eight deaths attributed to COVID-19 and has 44 reported active infections.One patient is hospitalized in intensive care with the disease.All of New Brunswick is under the “yellow” pandemic-alert level, the second-lowest level in the province’s recovery plan.

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Surfing Santas goes virtual, hundreds of families still flock to Cocoa Beach

COCOA BEACH, Fla. – The tradition of dressing up like St. Nick and hitting the waves continues in Cocoa Beach for the 11th annual Surfing Santa event in Cocoa Beach.“I saw them surfing...

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DeLand man dies after car falls from jack, lands on him

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – A man was crushed to death when the car he was working on fell from a jack and landed on top of him Wednesday morning, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies said Jay D’Angiolillo, 41, was at a friend’s property on Hymore Drive removing parts from scrap vehicles around 7:30 a.m.

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Lions' Bevell can't coach vs Bucs due to COVID protocols

Detroit Lions interim coach Darrell Bevell is the NFL’s first head coach to miss a game because of COVID-19 protocols even though he has not tested positive for the coronavirus.“It’s kind of the times that we’re living in right now," Bevell lamented.The Lions (5-9) will also be without defensive coordinator Cory Undlin, defensive line coach Bo Davis, defensive backs coach Steve Gregory and linebackers coach Ty McKenzie against Tampa Bay (9-5) on Saturday.Wide receivers coach Robert Prince will be Detroit's third head coach this season at Ford Field against the Buccaneers, who are a win away from clinching a postseason berth.

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Ontario shuts down Christmas lights-drive thrus early under new coronavirus lockdown measures

COVID-19 measures that go into effect on Saturday.But several creators say they hope last-minute efforts to lobby the government before the holidays will convince leaders to make drive-thru shows an exception to the lockdown.Maria Gomez, whose Polar Drive near Toronto’s Pearson International Airport was scheduled to run until January, says she was surprised when she learned she would have to shut down.

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What’s open in Winnipeg over the holidays?

December 24, 2020All City of Winnipeg offices and facilities are closed Dec. 25 and 28, and Jan. 1, 2021.Recycling, garbage and yard waste won’t be picked up on Dec.

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Pete Evans: Facebook removes page of celebrity chef who repeatedly shared Covid misinformation

My Kitchen Rules between 2010 and 2020, was accused of repeatedly spreading baseless claims about the coronavirus on his page with 1. 5 million followers, calling it a hoax.

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India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

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